Pigeon Pie
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Edition: Second Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Boards in good condition. Binding remains tight. DJ yellowed with some shelf wear. Name neatly penned on fep. Clean and sturdy copy.
This satirical novel, Pigeon Pie, transports readers to the eccentric world of English aristocracy during World War II, offering a witty and incisive look at wartime life on the home front. The narrative chronicles the misadventures and romantic entanglements of its charmingly oblivious characters as they navigate rationing, air raids, and social absurdities. Mitford’s distinctive prose presents a comedic yet poignant commentary on class, duty, and the indomitable spirit of a nation facing unprecedented challenges. Her sharp observations and sparkling dialogue illustrate the resilience and foibles of a society determined to maintain its traditions amidst chaos. This delightful work captures a unique historical moment with humor and elegance, making it a timeless piece of social commentary.
Author: Nancy Mitford
Format: Hardback
Published: 1952, Hamish Hamilton
Edition: Second Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Boards in good condition. Binding remains tight. DJ yellowed with some shelf wear. Name neatly penned on fep. Clean and sturdy copy.
This satirical novel, Pigeon Pie, transports readers to the eccentric world of English aristocracy during World War II, offering a witty and incisive look at wartime life on the home front. The narrative chronicles the misadventures and romantic entanglements of its charmingly oblivious characters as they navigate rationing, air raids, and social absurdities. Mitford’s distinctive prose presents a comedic yet poignant commentary on class, duty, and the indomitable spirit of a nation facing unprecedented challenges. Her sharp observations and sparkling dialogue illustrate the resilience and foibles of a society determined to maintain its traditions amidst chaos. This delightful work captures a unique historical moment with humor and elegance, making it a timeless piece of social commentary.